Places And Travel
10 Main Streets Where Ireland Comes Alive
Ireland's main streets in nine counties, where an Art Deco clock, medieval castles, harbor views, and live-music pubs keep 10 town centers busy in 2026.
Why Kelp Forests Only Grow On One American Coast
Kelp forests tower a hundred feet along the Pacific but never grow off the Atlantic because of cold currents, upwelling, and rocky seafloor.
How A New County Gets Created In America
Each state must decide whether a county can be created, who gets a vote, and what conditions the proposed county must meet.
8 Main Streets Where New South Wales Comes Alive
These towns are home to some of the liveliest main streets in New South Wales, featuring festivals, opera houses, and more.
The Largest Science Museums In The United States
Ranked by floor area, US science museums run from 615,000 square feet in Los Angeles to 300,000 in Jersey City, with Chicago and Philadelphia tied between.
The Oldest Forts Still Standing In America
America's oldest surviving forts, from the coquina walls of Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas to Old Fort Niagara and Maine's Old Fort Western.
The Best National Parks In Utah
Discover Utah's five national parks, including Zion National Park, Arches National Park, and others, which feature scenic drives and hikes.
9 of the Quirkiest Towns in the Pacific Northwest
The PNW, or Cascadia, boasts unique towns like Cottage Grove & Yachats near the Cascades, with stunning landscapes, wildlife, and quirky attractions.
12 Storybook Towns In New Mexico
These storybook towns in New Mexico are where adobe plazas, mountain trails, and hot springs come together to create a fairytale experience.
The State Parks With The Most Copperheads
Camouflage, not speed, is the copperhead’s weapon. See five state parks where rangers say the snakes live, and the rules that keep hikers and dogs safe.
The National Parks With The Cheapest Nearby Lodging
National parks offer visitors a range of nearby lodging options, including primitive campsites and luxury glamping options. Here are the cheapest.
9 Most Relaxing Arizona Towns
Nine relaxing Arizona towns, from the Old West streets of Tombstone and the mining past of Jerome to Page near Lake Powell and the artist colony of Tubac.
11 Most Affordable Towns To Retire In The Rockies
From Leadville, Colorado, to Libby, Montana, discover below the six most affordable towns to retire in the Rocky Mountain region.
US Towns Wedged Between Two Mountains
Ten US towns sit between opposing mountain ranges, from Leadville, Colorado, and Bishop, California, to North Bend, Washington, with trails, lakes, and historic downtowns close by.
9 Ideal Prairies Destinations For A 3-Day Weekend In 2026
If you’re in the mood for a cool getaway, here are our choices for nine ideal Canadian Prairies destinations for a three-day weekend in 2026.
8 Great Road Trips to Take in The Southern United States
8 Great Road Trips to Take in The Southern United States. Ride Kentucky's oldest ferry, cross the Mississippi, and take a battery-powered boat in Alabama.
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit On The Chesapeake Bay This Year
Natural wonders around Chesapeake Bay hide in plain sight, with ancient formations, rare habitats, and wild landscapes just beyond the water.
8 Cute Small Town Drives In Maryland
These 8 small town drives in Maryland link Eastern Shore farmland, Chesapeake views, and central hills, from the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry to New Market antiques.
South Carolina's 10 Best Retirement Towns Ranked
Ten South Carolina towns for retirees, from Aiken and Camden to Garden City, weighed on affordable housing, nearby hospitals, gardens, lakes, and slower days.
The National Parks With The Best Fall Color
These national parks have stunning fall foliage, from golden aspens in the Rockies to vibrant maples found in the eastern US.
The US Airports With The Shortest Runways
Busy urban areas, dense tree cover or ocean water create impediments in runway expansion in these shortest runways in the US.
Best Natural Wonders To Visit On The Atlantic Coast This Year
Atlantic coast natural wonders, from Jockey's Ridge and Cadillac Mountain to the Aquinnah Cliffs, Assateague ponies and the reef off Key Largo.
6 of the Oldest Incorporated Towns in Georgia
6 of the Oldest Incorporated Towns in Georgia. Walk Darien's 1721 fort, hunt Confederate gold lore in Washington, and see the Rock Eagle effigy near Eatonton.
The County Larger Than Nine US States
Coconino County covers more ground than nine states, with the Grand Canyon, volcanic peaks, tribal lands, and vast desert all inside one border.
Why Australia Is A Continent But Greenland Is An Island
Greenland is not a small continent. It is a large piece of North America with some water in the way. Why Australia qualifies and Greenland does not.
7 Safest Towns In Scotland For Senior Living
Retirement in Scotland combines affordability, accessibility, and a range of attractions to create a safer, higher quality of life.
6 Wallet-Friendly Small Towns To Retire In Sweden
Dorotea, Åsele, and 4 more small towns in northern Sweden posted some of the country's lowest 2025 small-house prices, based on Statistics Sweden data.
2026's 10 Most Scenic Victoria Towns
2026's 10 Most Scenic Victoria Towns. See autumn poplars in Bright, shearwaters on Port Fairy's Griffiths Island, and kangaroos grazing at dusk in Halls Gap.
The Largest Working Observatory In The United States
W.M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea, Hawaii, runs twin 10-meter telescopes whose adaptive optics beat Hubble on near-infrared detail, and is open to visitors.
The National Forests Where Caribou Still Range
Alaska's Chugach National Forest holds the small Kenai Mountains caribou herd, while forests in Idaho, Washington, and Montana mark the species' former range.
The Best Small Town In Northern California For Seniors
Rio Vista draws retirees with below-median home prices, the Trilogy 55+ community, a walkable Main Street, and a quiet Sacramento River waterfront.
6 Underrated Oregon Towns Worth the Drive in 2026
Six underrated Oregon towns worth a trip in 2026, from Warrenton's shipwreck beach and Manzanita's surf to Newberg wineries, The Dalles, Sisters, and Ashland.
Why Baby Copperheads Show Up In Fall
Baby copperheads are born with a bright yellow tail they wiggle like a caterpillar to lure lizards. Why they appear in autumn, and why they are not more dangerous.
The Towns In North Carolina Where Retirees Are Moving To
North Carolina retirement towns, from Cary and Southport to Asheville and Pinehurst, draw older movers for hospitals, walkable centers, and family access.
9 Most Beautiful College Towns In The United States
Nine of America's most scenic college towns, from San Luis Obispo to Durango, pair striking campuses with mountains, lakes, and historic downtowns.
How Long It Takes A Giant Sequoia To Grow
Giant sequoias grow only on the western slopes of California's Sierra Nevada, depend on fire to reproduce, and include the General Sherman Tree.
The Counties That Border The Most States
Counties vary widely in size and shape, as their borders can be dictated by anything from geographic boundaries to purely arbitrary distinctions.
These 10 Towns In Illinois Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026
Discover these Illinois towns that were voted US favorites in 2026, featuring riverfront attractions, local festivals, and more.
The Towns In Tennessee Where Retirees Are Moving To
Data show Tennessee seniors moving to Signal Mountain, Fairfield Glade, Dunlap, and Fairview, with Williamson and Sequatchie counties growing fastest.
The Most Densely Populated County In The United States
New York County, New York, packs over 1.69 million residents into 22.7 square miles of land, outranking every other US county for population density.